Actors Who Were Supposed To Be The Next Big Thing But Fizzled Out

Brandon Routh

Routh had a penitent for persistence and landed himself roles on Gilmore Girls and Chuck in the 2000s. He also played a supporting role in Zack and Miri Make a Porno and Scott Pilgrim vs. the World.

Superman Returns

Routh's biggest role was arguably in Bryan Singer's Superman Returns in 2006. Despite the buildup to the huge role, the film did poorly at the box offices. Looks like it takes a special actor to replace Christopher Reeve, and Routh wasn't it.

The More You Know

The first film to feature a fully naked woman appeared in 1915
In 2002, Steven Spielberg finally finished college after a 33-year hiatus. He turned in Schindler’s List for his student film requirement.
The many parts turned down by Sean Connery include roles in The Matrix, The Lord of the Rings, Jurassic Park, Indy IV and Blade Runner.
Arnold Schwarzenegger practiced with guns every day for a month to prepare for The Terminator.

Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.